Lactic Acid is a chemical compound that plays a role in several biochemical processes.
Also known as milk acid, is a chemical compound that plays a role in several biochemical processe
In animals, L-lactate is constantly produced from pyruvate via the enzyme lactate dehydrogenase (LDH) in a process of

fermentation during normal metabolism and exercise. It does not increase in concentration until the rate of lactate

production exceeds the rate of lactate removal which is governed by a number of factors including: Monocarboxylate

transporters, concentration and isoform of LDH and oxidative capacity of tissues. The concentration of blood lactate is

usually 1-2 mmol/L at rest, but can rise to over 20 mmol/L during intense exertion.   /